Everyday Beans Podcast - Mostly About Coffee and Other Stuff

• Hario Mugen Switch: Best Pourover?

  Send us a textIn this episode, I dive deep into my experience with the Hario Mugen Switch, a coffee brewer that has completely changed my perspective on pour-over brewing. I share my journey from first trying the regular Mugen dripper to discovering the switch version, and why I believe this $35 brewer might be the best pour-over option available today. I explain the unique design features that set it apart, particularly the lack of traditional ridges found on standard V60 brewers, and how this seemingly simple difference creates consistently sweeter, more forgiving cups of coffee. I also discuss the versatility of the Mugen Switch, demonstrating how it breaks many of the rigid rules we often follow in coffee brewing.By listening to this episode, you'll learn why the Mugen Switch produces sweeter coffee than traditional pour-over methods, how to experiment with grind sizes more freely without risking bitter or under-extracted brews, and why this affordable brewer might be the perfect tool to help you focus less on perfect technique and more on actually tasting and enjoying your coffee. I'll also share my working recipe and explain the key differences between the Mugen Switch and other popular brewers like the standard V60 Switch.Support the showFor good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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• The Hario Gadget That Changed My Mind

  Send us a textIn this episode, I take you through my journey with what I initially thought was one of coffee's most useless gadgets—the Hario Drip Assist. I share my skepticism about unnecessary coffee tools and explain why I almost dismissed this particular device before giving it a chance. After testing it with my Moka Master and various V60 brewers, I discovered something unexpected: this simple plastic tool with strategically placed holes actually revolutionized my brewing consistency. I walk through how it works, with three center holes and ten outer ring holes that allow for precise water distribution, and why it's become an invaluable tool in my coffee arsenal—not for daily use, but for those moments when precision matters most.By listening to this episode, you'll learn how to use constraints and simple tools to improve your coffee brewing consistency, discover when gadgets actually serve a purpose versus just cluttering your countertop, and understand how to replicate recipes with precision while isolating variables like temperature and grind size. You'll gain insight into the mindset of someone who tests coffee equipment daily and learn practical approaches to getting out of your own head when brewing coffee at home.Support the showFor good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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• Why I Only Bought Blue Mountain Coffee Once

  Send us a textIn this episode, I share my honest experience with one of the world's most expensive and hyped coffees - Jamaican Blue Mountain. I take you through my journey from my usual medium wash Guatemala to discovering this elusive coffee that costs significantly more than typical specialty beans. I explain how I approached brewing and tasting this coffee black to experience its pure flavor profile, and why the experience left me with mixed feelings about this legendary coffee.I dive deep into what makes Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee so special yet somehow disappointing at the same time. I discuss the smoothness, the clean flavor profile, and why despite its technical perfection, it lacks the personality and excitement that keeps me coming back to other coffees. By listening to this episode, you'll learn about the reality behind expensive specialty coffee, understand what to expect from Jamaican Blue Mountain if you're considering trying it, and gain insights into how price doesn't always correlate with personal coffee satisfaction. I also explore the concept of coffee personality and why sometimes technical perfection can feel boring compared to more characterful beans.Support the showFor good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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• What's Really Game Changing in Coffee?

  Send us a textIn this thought-provoking episode, I dive deep into a question that's been weighing on my mind: what truly constitutes a "game changer" in the coffee world? I challenge the overuse of this term and examine whether the latest innovations in coffee brewing, roasting, and processing are actually revolutionary or just incremental improvements on existing methods.I share my honest observations from attending the SCA this year and reflect on the current state of coffee innovation in 2025. From pourover drippers to co-fermented coffees, from the Moka Master to my trusty 1967 Olympia Cremina, I question whether we're seeing real breakthroughs or just variations on familiar themes. Listeners will gain a fresh perspective on evaluating coffee innovations critically and learn to distinguish between genuine game changers and marketing hype. I also explore what it means to be honest about the current state of coffee innovation and why that honesty might be more valuable than chasing the next "revolutionary" product.Support the showFor good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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• Ethiopian Coffee: The Game Changer

  Send us a textIn this episode, I share my transformative journey with Ethiopian coffee - the coffee that completely changed how I understand and appreciate what coffee can be. I talk about my first experience ordering Ethiopian coffee online from a New York roaster, how the lemony aroma immediately caught my attention, and the shocking realization that coffee could taste fruity, bright, and completely different from the chocolatey, nutty diner coffee I was used to. I explain how that first sip opened my palate to a whole new world of coffee possibilities and sparked my deeper coffee journey.I discuss why I believe Ethiopian coffee holds such a special place in the coffee world - not just for its historical significance as the birthplace of coffee, but for its ability to transform anyone's understanding of what coffee can taste like. I share thoughts on the current state of Ethiopian coffee, the importance of understanding the social and environmental factors affecting Ethiopian farmers, and why I'm excited to explore Ethiopian coffees again. Listeners will learn about the unique flavor profiles of Ethiopian coffee, its cultural significance in the coffee world, and gain insights into how a single coffee experience can completely shift your coffee journey and appreciation for black coffee.Support the showFor good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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